Special Ed Student Attendant

Wadsworth City Schools; Wadsworth (OH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Wadsworth City Schools is hiring a Special Ed Student Attendant for Valley View Elementary School in Wadsworth, Ohio. The role supports students with disabilities during a 6.25-hour school day and 184 instructional days, with a pay rate of $16.65–$21.39 per hour.

Requirements include a high school diploma (or equivalent), ability to obtain an Educational Aide Permit, and CPR/First Aid training. The position requires lifting up to 75 pounds and working collaboratively with staff while maintaining

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of child care or aide certification preferred.
• Ability to obtain an Educational Aide Permit through the Ohio Department of Education.
• Able to use a computer.
• Good organization skills.
• Ability to work co-operatively with other personnel.
• Ability to perform clerical skills including filing, copying, and record keeping.
• Must be punctual.
• Working knowledge of devices and equipment used in public schools.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to complete CPR/First Aid training.
• Ability to work with a variety of student disabilities.
• Ability to perform all items as listed in the essential duties.
• Experience working with children with emotional and physical disabilities preferred.
• Ability to lift 75 pounds unassisted.
• Ability to operate wheelchairs and related devices; or learn.
• Ability to communicate clearly and articulately.
• Validation of qualifications as determined by interview.
• Other criteria determined by the Board of Education, Superintendent and/or designee.
• Ability to attend Restraint training per ORC.

Skills

Ability to operate a computer

Good organization skills

Ability to communicate clearly

Ability to work cooperatively with其他

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Two years of child care or aide certification preferred

Educational Aide Permit via Ohio Department of Education

Job description

Special Ed Student Attendant

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Job Details

Job ID: 5947946

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 02, 2026 2:04 AM (UTC)

Job Description

184 Days

6.25 Hours (9:00a - 3:45p w/30 min unpaid lunch)

Pay Rate: $16.65 - $21.39

Preferred Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of child care or aide certification preferred.
• Ability to obtain an Educational Aide Permit through the Ohio Department of Education.
• Able to use a computer.
• Good organization skills.
• Ability to work co-operatively with other personnel.
• Ability to perform clerical skills including, but not limited to filing, copying, and record keeping.
• Must be punctual.
• A working knowledge of devices and equipment commonly used in public schools.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to successfully complete CPR/First Aid training.
• Ability to work with a variety of student disabilities.
• Ability to perform all items as listed in the essential duties.
• Experience working with children with emotional and physical disabilities preferred.
• Ability to lift 75 pounds unassisted.
• Ability to operate wheelchairs and other mechanical devices designed to aid the student with a disability; or possess the ability to learn.
• Ability to communicate clearly and articulately.
• Validation of qualifications as determined by interview.
• Other relevant criteria determined by the Board of Education, Superintendent and/or designee.
• Ability to attend Restraint training per ORC.

WCS is a Nondiscrimination and Equal Opportunity Employer. The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and transgender identity), disability, age, religion, military status, ancestry, genetic information (collectively, "Protected Classes"), or any other legally protected category, in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

Special Education > General Special Education

Contact Information

• Steve Moore
• 360 College St
• Wadsworth, Ohio 44281
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]